Douglas Is Cancelled
A risky joke, a job in jeopardy.
Created by Steven Moffat
On ITV1
A sharp, topical comedy-drama about cancel culture and professional reputation that balances satirical playfulness with genuine stakes and moral ambiguity.
The career of respected news presenter Douglas is threatened after he makes an ill-advised joke. With her 2 million social media followers, tech-savvy co-anchor Madeline could throw Douglas a lifeline by posting in his defense… but will she?
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Questions people ask
Is Douglas Is Cancelled violent? Barely. Less violent than 89% of series.
Is Douglas Is Cancelled easy watching? Not especially. Less comforting than 61% of series.
Is Douglas Is Cancelled scary? Not especially. Less frightening than 59% of series.
Is Douglas Is Cancelled sad? About average. Almost exactly mid-range.
Does Douglas Is Cancelled leave you hopeful? About average. Almost exactly mid-range.
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Like Douglas Is Cancelled
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Like Douglas Is Cancelled, But Darker
Similar, pushed toward heavier and more intense.
Like Douglas Is Cancelled, But Lighter
Similar, pushed toward warmer and easier.
Like Douglas Is Cancelled, But Less Popular
Same territory, far fewer people have seen it.
